Jean-Claude Golvin

Thevestis (Tebessa), the Late-Empire enclosure

Overhead view of the enclosure at Thevestis (Tebessa), 6th c. The drawing is in landscape format. It is framed in ink. Traces of watercolor and inscriptions are visible in the margins.

Type

Drawing

Equipment used

Black ink, Blue ink, Gouache (highlights), Graphite (traces), Paper, Watercolor

Dimensions

49.2 x 70 cm (Overall) 36.2 x 54.8 cm (Drawing)

Period

antiquity

Geographical area

Location or theme

Thevestis (Tebessa)

Miscellaneous

Presentation :

Overhead view of the enclosure at Thevestis (Tebessa), 6th c. The drawing is in landscape format. It is framed in ink. Traces of watercolor and inscriptions are visible in the margins.
The crenellated wall is punctuated by towers with loopholes. It is pierced by a monumental gateway that reuses the ancient arch of Caracalla. Merchants set up shop at the foot of the enclosure.

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